Survey Data
Reg No
16403507
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Scientific, Technical
Original Use
Bridge
In Use As
Bridge
Date
1750 - 1770
Coordinates
318949, 183001
Date Recorded
13/08/2003
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding three-arch road bridge, built c.1760 and widened in c.1820. The structure is constructed in granite rubble with roughly hewn voussoirs and copings. It carries the main road over the Avonbeg river. Nearby is a monument to the poet Thomas Moore (1779-1852).
Appraisal
This mid 18th century bridge is picturesquely set at a road junction. It is well preserved and adds to the historic character of the area. It is associated with the poet Thomas Moore.